Kevin Blake's Expert Grand National Predictions

The highly anticipated Grand National day has arrived, and Kevin Blake is sharing his expert predictions for the top four finishers in the renowned Aintree race, along with his top bets in other races on the card. Before the main event, Blake has identified a couple of promising races, starting with the William Hill Handicap Hurdle at 13:20. He's drawn to KAKA'S COUSIN, a relatively unexposed six-year-old trained by Jonjo and AJ O'Neill, who has shown promise in his career, winning two out of four hurdle starts. The step up in distance is expected to suit KAKA'S COUSIN, and with a light weight, he's an attractive option at a fair price. Another competitive handicap chase is the William Hill Handicap Chase at 14:30, where CRUZ CONTROL, trained by Tom Lacey, could secure his third consecutive win. Having won the race in 2024 and 2025, CRUZ CONTROL is well-positioned for a repeat, especially given his connections' strategy of having him compete fresh. With a 3lb drop in the handicap and Tom Lacey's team in top form, CRUZ CONTROL has a solid chance. Finally, the Randox Grand National at 16:00 is the main event, and Blake has analyzed each runner in a video on the At The Races YouTube channel. Here, he provides a concise overview of his top four selections for the prestigious race.